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(THE GIST OF PIB) MAHA-EV Mission

(OCTOBER-2024)

The Anusandhan National Research Foundation announced the launch of the Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas -Electric Vehicle (MAHA- EV) Mission.

It focuses on the development of key EV technologies to reduce dependency on imports, promote domestic innovation, and position India as a global leader in the EV sector.
It is part of ANRF’s Advancement in High-Impact Areas (MAHA) program designed to catalyze multi-institutional, multi-disciplinary, and multi-investigator collaboration to tackle critical scientific challenges.
It aims to accelerate technological advancement in key sectors that have a high impact on the nation's future growth to create a global standing in the area.
It is concentrating on three critical technology verticals-- Tropical EV Batteries and Battery Cells, Power Electronics, Machines, and Drives (PEMD) and Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure.
Significance
The mission will enhance domestic capabilities in the design and development of essential EV components.
It will strengthen competitiveness and position India as a hub for EV component development, driving global competitiveness and innovation.
By accelerating the shift towards electric mobility, it will contribute to a greener and sustainable future.